Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) Quantitative Real-time PCR, CSF

Test Code

VZVVIRCSF (Viracor)

Alias/See Also

Performed at Viracor, test code 9503

CPT Codes
87799

Instructions

See link below for specimen details, methodology, setup schedule and reference ranges.

Specimen Stability

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Whole blood frozen, specimens received in trap containers, specimens beyond their acceptable length of time from collection as listed in the specimen handling, or specimen types other than those listed.

Additional Information
Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) Quantitative Real-time PCR

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.